Are battery energy storage systems sustainable?

From a more practical point of view, development can be viewed by the planning system as being ‘sustainable’ if it complies with the three overarching objectives – economic, social and environmental, as set out in paragraph 8 of the NPPF. Fundamentally, Battery Energy Storage Systems (‘BESSs’) are sustainable development.

What are the benefits of energy storage systems?

BESSs are also ‘clean’, in that they store and generate electrical energy without emissions or pollution, and typically have a lower impact on their surrounding environment than other forms of energy generation. The benefits of a BESS are thus substantial. 7.2. In summary, energy storage systems provide long-term benefits and reliability.

How many battery racks will be in a Bess facility?

The primary component of the BESS facility will be the 24 Battery Racks. These will be in pairs, in two rows running north-south, to either side of the gravel driveway. Each of the Battery Racks will be 9.80 m by 1.70 m and 2.30 m in height, and will be mounted on 5 concrete strip foundations.

Should planning permission be accompanied by environmental surveys?

The Policy states that applications for planning permission should be accompanied by up-to-date ecological surveys, and that any adverse impacts should, in order of preference, be avoided, mitigated or compensatory measures provided.